Technician B

Job Type: Support Staff

• Union Bargaining Unit: SSA Regular/Temporary: Regular End Date if Temporary: Hours Per Week: 35 Standard Work Schedule: Building: Salary Range: 56489.86-56489.86 The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Position Summary

We are seeking a highly motivated, energetic, and meticulous individual with previous research experience to serve as a Research Technician (Tech B) in the Taub Institute for Research on Alzheimer’s Disease and the Aging Brain. Our research investigates cellular and molecular mechanisms underlying neurodegeneration, biochemical approaches, cellular and mouse models, and advanced microscopy.

Responsibilities

Perform experiments, including iPSC-derived neuronal culture, primary neuronal culture, immunoblotting, immunohistochemistry, and a range of molecular biology and biochemistry techniques -75% Perform lab duties, including ordering supplies and reagents, preparing solutions, organizing reagents (DNA constructs, antibodies, viral aliquots, etc.)

, coordinating waste pickup and equipment maintenance, etc.- 25% Other duties as assigned.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in biology, chemistry, neuroscience, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

Preferred Qualifications

Prior hands-on laboratory experience in a research lab. Background in biology or neuroscience research. Experience with cell culture; familiarity with primary and/or iPSC-derived neuronal culture is a plus. Experience with immunoblotting and/or ELISA. Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran Columbia University is committed to the hiring of qualified local residents.